Monthly Archives: July 2015

It is that time of the month for me to share with my fans a great cook and foodie. I believe in celebrating every cook and for that reason I wanted to do the foodie of the month on my blog. I know there are great cooks all over the world and I want to help share a taste of their cooking style with my fans. I am proud to announce Janet Turner from Indiana as the foodie of the month for July. She is sharing an all-time favorite Macaroni and Cheese. Macaroni & Cheese is a great comfort food. I hope you guys enjoy!

1. I have been cooking since I was 5 years old. So basically all my life!

2. I love to cook because for me, it’s an expression of love.

3. My mom and grandma were 2 of the greatest cooks I know. In fact, my grandma made her living as a cook for several local restaurants and my mom was a first class baker. They both taught me how to cook.

Martinis have transformed so much since the 1920’s. When I found out about the recipe contest for Icebox Coffee the first thing that came to my mind was a coffee martini. Martinis are one of the most widely known modern cocktails today. I know martinis can be known as a girly drink but, I think the coffee gives the martini a great twist. I just love how it turned out and hope you do too! Add this yummy cocktail to your menu for your next event!

Instructions
Combine Vodka, Coffee, Coffee Liqueur, and White Russian in a cocktail shaker, add a few ice cubes; Cover the cocktail shaker with top and shake until very cold; Drizzle Chocolate syrup on the inside of the glass and strain cold martini in the glass. Cheers!

This white wine berry spritzer is the perfect cocktail for your party on the patio this summer! It is light and so refreshing! It is amazing how something so quick and easy taste so good. This cocktail will be added to your recipe rolodex! Cheers!

Ingredients
1 bottle of White Wine (I used Moscato)
1 lemon lime soda or bottle of sparkling water
Strawberries and Blueberries for garnish

Instructions
1. Pour each glass half full with white wine
2. Top each glass off with soda or sparkling water
3. Drop a few Berries of your choice on top (I used strawberries and blueberries)

I don’t know about you guys but, I have been in the red, white, and blue spirit from fashion to food all week. I just love the holidays! Are you still thinking about your menu for the 4th of July? These Red, White, and Blue Kabobs will add the perfect touch to your menu. Happy Cooking!

Ingredients
1. 1lb of strawberries
2. 1 6oz container of blueberries
3. 1 6oz container of raspberries
4. 1 10oz bag of marshmallows (Large or Mini)
5. 1 package of mini skewers
Instructions
1. Wash your strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries
2. Cut the stem off the strawberries (You can cut them in half or leave them whole)
3. Push a strawberry or raspberry on each skewer
4. Push one large marshmallow on each skewer
5. Push 2-3 blueberries on each skewer

Bonus Tip: You can substitute the marshmallows for bananas. These kabobs also go great with my yummy fruit dip on the website as well. These kabobs will make a great food activity for the kids!